1994 Rover 800 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 26 kg more than 1994 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Rover | Studebaker |
| Model | 800 | President State |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
